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The following letters represent (word-for-word) the thoughts & feelings of our customers
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February 8, 1998 - Jay Narlock wrote:
Dear Arnie...
After years of waiting, I finally got the opportunity to obtain two sets of "Perfecta-Grips"
during your market testing period. You had mentioned to me when they were installed, that
if I had any questions or comments to by all means drop you a line.
Considering what happened during my first time bowling with them I couldn't resist writing
to you about my good fortune.
Having been an ABC member for at least the past dozen seasons, I've bowled several perfect games during that time - but what had bothered me was, that in all those years, I'd never managed to shoot even one at the center where I grew up... and bowled at most often.
I want you to know that it took me just 16 frames (including practice shots)
with my new "Perfecta-Grips" to shoot my first sanctioned 300 game at that center
on January 20, 1998. (Regal Lanes, in Warren Michigan) - I love them!
And ... unless I'm wrong, I believe I have the honor of becoming the first user of the
Perfecta-Grip (other than yourself) who has bowled a perfect game because of them.
( Sorry it took so long! )
Thank you very much Arnie,
for allowing me to be one of the few people you selected to test them.
Without a doubt, Perfecta-Grips will dramatically enhance the sport of bowling from now on.
Best of luck and thanks again,
Jay Narlock - Warren, Michigan
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November 11, 1998 - Anthony Livingston wrote:
Dear Arnie,
I'm writing to you about the success that I'm having with your Per-fect-o-grip.
First of all, I'm a "par (two) player; I bowl in five leagues and was talking to a friend
about this grip. His statement was that the grip is interchangeable and it would make
every ball feel like your favorite ball. So I tried it and man, I really like it!
I've never thought that the thumb was that important. I noticed that the thumb dictates
what the ball does from one point to the next. It's almost like cutting the lane in half.
I think that every player, no matter what the sport, looks for the edge, the winning edge.
My enthusiasm for the game has always been there, but now I have custom comfort in
my hand. Not to mention, the pay off is not too bad either. Since using per-fect-o-grip,
I've made ($1,300) in two and a half weeks; not bad for a payday.
In closing, the product is fantastic and I'm bowling g-r-e-a-t. I am aware that there
are grips for the fingers also. I'm two months away from the finger grips.
Then, watch out world like Paul Newman in the Color of Money -"I'm Back !"
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September 8, 2000 - Rick Gregor (CPA) wrote:
Arnie,
here is an article from the internet regarding
the Michigan Majors tournament in Grand Blanc.
Hey, who is that guy on page 3 ???
Thanks a million for the Perfecta-Grips!
-- Rick
Here's a quote, from michiganmajors.net article of 8/19 - by Editor, Jeffery Crisp (MMBA):
"During a weekend when scoring 180 was strong enough to capture coveted
match-play victory bonus points, one game deviated from the norm. In the
position round of match play, Sterling Heights' Rick Gregor rolled 268,
but was defeated by (Chris) Marshall's 278.
Gregor was top qualifier Saturday, averaging 219.67 (+118).
In the first game of the step-ladder finals,
Gregor defeated Detroit's Lou Ivancik, 220-192.
(before being) eliminated by Jeff Austreng of Waterford, 216-203."
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June 30, 2003 - Al Bordui Sr. wrote:
As a proud father, I would like to thank PGI for making it possible
to watch my son accumulate honor scores. He has been using your
thumb since 2000-2001, and has aquired a number of league & ABC
acheivement awards including a (state second) hi-series score of 862.
Thanks, Al Bordui Sr.
Al's son added:___________________________________________________________
Arnie, since using a Perfecta-Grip thumb 2 years ago (in addition to my 862)
7- 300's and 6 - 800's have been added to my resume.
Thank You, Perfecta-Grip!
- Al Bordui Jr.
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July 9, 2003 - Ed Grant (PBA Senior member) wrote:
[MY GOOD FORTUNE HAS ARRIVED]
DEAR ARNIE:
I JUST GOT MY FIRST 300 WITH THE PERFECTA GRIPS.
THE PERFECT GAME WAS BOWLED AT STERLING LANES IN STERLING HEIGHTS, MICHIGAN.
THIS WAS ACCOMPLISHED TODAY WHILE BOWLING IN THE COSMA SENIOR TRIO LEAGUE.
YOU KNOW AT FIRST I REALLY DIDN’T THINK TOO MUCH OF THE PERFECTA GRIP FINGERS.
I NOW USE THE PGI FINGERS AS WELL AS THE THUMB.
I HAVE BEEN USING THE BALL WITH THE FINGERS FOR ABOUT 60 DAYS AND I HAVE NOTICED
MY PERCENTAGE OF STRIKES HAS BEEN INCREASING.
IT REQUIRES A LOT MORE PATIENCE AND ONE MUST TRY OUT DIFFERENT POSITIONS OF THE FINGERS
TO GET A GOOD READING OF WHAT THE BALL WILL DO AS YOU MAKE THE ADJUSTMENTS.
THANKS FOR YOUR PATIENCE ARNY.
THIS 76 YEAR OLD BOWLER MAY HAVE A FEW MORE GOOD YEARS BECAUSE OF YOUR GRIPS.
SINCERELY, ED GRANT.
P.S.) - DURING THE LAST 60 DAYS I HAVE CASHED IN ALL BUT ONE TOURNAMENT
AND WON MY FAIR SHARE OF THE JACKPOTS.
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August 6, 2003 - Ian Sosa wrote:
Dear Arnie,
I had been struggling with consistency in my league on Monday nights,
because we move pairs and each pair is tricked up a little different.
I just wanted to let you know that my first night with the new thumb insert you made me,
I shot a triplicate 247 and had a chance at the 4th one until I hit a rock in the 9th frame.
Thanks a lot for giving me the best feel in my equipment I've ever had,
and also for making me a smarter bowler due to your invention.
Sincerely, Ian Sosa
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October
3, 2003 - Suzanne Madej wrote:
Dear Arnie,
I have been using the thumb insert now for almost three
years. In fact, the first night I used it
I shot my first 300 game,
the second one coming the following season.
Your perfecta grip thumb insert has allowed me to have a consistent feel and
release.
I am no longer playing with various sized pieces of tape to maintain the
proper feel.
My thumb remains the same size no matter how many games I have to bowl.
This has been a great enhancement to my game.
Sue Madej
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October 26, 2003 -Gerrit De Meulenare wrote:
Subject: The best thing I have done to a bowling ball in years!!!!
As a 63 years "young" bowler I purchased, at Kevin's Pro Shop in Detroit, the
Perfecta Grip System last year after many discussions with you. I was having
many problems consistently getting out of the ball properly due to arthritis
at the base of my thumb, which caused my thumb to swell and obviously stick.
Since purchasing the Perfecta Grip I have miraculously not had any further
problems. The thermal aspect of the grip has been a Godsend for me. Always
having been a 200+ bowler, I now am much more consistent, currently I am
averaging 215+ in several leagues and just a couple of weeks ago had my
highest series ever a 786, at Sterling Lanes in the Cosma Senior Classic. I
would highly recommend the Perfecta Grip to any bowler having a problem with
any swelling of the thumb. I am a great supporter of your System and have
learned to adjust the Grip according to the lane conditions.
Thanks Again,
Gerrit De Meulenaere
De
Meulenaere... wins again!
Date: Wednesday, March
31, 2010, 9:49 AM
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June 15, 2004 - Ernie Schlegel (PBA Hall of Famer) wrote:
To my fellow bowler Arnie --
To me the most
important aspect in bowling is FEEL, which gives you LOOK,
and your “Bowling Ball Dynamics Control System” gave me both.
My first 2 tournaments using it, I finished 1st and 2nd.
I used 3 different
balls with the same Interchangeable Thumb Device.
This indexable device was able to give me change of direction, feel, and
look.
Who could ask for more?
I have 2 thumbs with a Contour Power Solid in each,
and I use the one that feels best.
This IS bowling technology, and all sports have moved in this direction.
It's about time someone invented this
for our sport.
Thanks, Ernie Schlegel
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August 19, 2004 - Scott
A. Sutorka wrote:
Arnie:
As the Manager of Ypsi-Arbor Lanes, I have a mechanic by the name of Jason
Narlock, one of your first 100 pioneers. After a few hours of begging,
he finally got me to purchase a ball through him. At first, I did not
want your product, I guess I'm a little old-fashioned. By mistake, I
received a Perfecta-grip thumb.
After throwing the ball for a few games and adjusting the pitch to see how the
ball would react, I decided to actually bowl 'for real'. I shot 188, 169
not liking the reaction. I found a screwdriver and adjusted the thumb
once again. I threw a ball, and loved the reaction so much that I threw
11 more, for my first 300.
My next ball purchase will go further and have the fingers done as well.
What a product! I look forward to using Perfecta grips for many years to
come!
Respectfully,
Scott A. Sutorka
General Manager, Ypsi-Arbor Lanes
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Arnie,
HOLY COW!!! I have just started using
your Perfectagrip system. For years I have been
listening to Perfectagrip advocate Jay Narlock tell me about this product
and I have always thought that it was too complicated for me, the
average “Joe 6 pack 190 bowler”. How wrong I was.
I was practicing one day with Jay, and he handed me his ball and said “throw this”. Our grips are almost exact, and we swap equipment all the time. I was simply amazed at how well that Perfectagrip ball came off my hand! I asked Jay if it was ok to use his Perfectagrip ball in my league the following night. Jay said “fine”. The first night I used the ball in my league I won a jackpot {my first jackpot in years}, then I went on a 5 week consecutive tear, of hitting at least one jackpot a night between my 2 leagues, and on the 6th week I only lost by one pin.
I am using Perfectagrips in both fingers and thumb, and it is just amazing how with a simple quick index of the thumb when lane conditions dictate, I can “carry that TEN”. Since I have been using the Perfectagrip system I can not go back to my old equipment. My old bowling balls just do not feel right now that I used that one ball with Perfectagrips. I am sold on Perfectagrips for life!
My biggest problem now, is telling Jay he can not have his bowling ball back!
Marty Hannigan
Smiths Creek
MI
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To Perfecta Grip...
I just wanted to thank you for the Perfecta Grip!
It allows me to change the way the ball comes off my hand just by adjusting
the thumb and the fingers!, what a great invention.
I had considered retirement after last season but with this I am putting
that thought on hold.
Last week in the regional in Vegas I used it and won!
Not bad, for not bowling a tournament in 5 months.
I was able to adjust the thumb to create the kind of release that would work
best for me on this condition. I have tried a lot of
different things throughout my career and nothing has ever allowed me to
change the way the ball rotates off my hand!, that's why this thing is
amazing.
I will be changing the rest of my equipment to the Perfecta Grip because -
is there really any other way? I had not won a regional
in 3 years... now, with Perfecta Grip - the thought of retiring has been
retired! Thanks Arnie!
Sincerely,
Forkel... wins again..!
October 25, 2005 Eric wrote:
Arnie,
I wanted to let you know that bowling in a West
Coast Senior Event (...that allows 45 yr olds, lol).
I shot my second highest 3 game total of all time, and my all time best 4
game total! The scores
are as follows... 300-268-299+257=1125.
It was amazing! - I indexed the thumb with 4
games to go, and caught the leader & beat him in
the position round. I believe, that being able to change the way the ball
comes off your hand while
keeping the swing the same, is the greatest thing in the world for any
bowler wanting to take
their game to the next level. YOU now have the TOOLS, which allows YOU the
player to do as
you want to the ball and take back the control over the lane.
As we all know, in today's modern era (of high
dynamic bowling balls) the environment in front of
us, [the lanes] are constantly changing. So, what better way to combat
this, than Perfectagrip?
Arnie, I can't thank you and Perfectagrip enough
- for giving me the tools, to regain my position
with the greatest bowlers in the world!
Sincerely,
Eric Forkel
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Arnie,
I was losing confidence in my game and equipment until I had perfectagrip installed in all of my balls.
I shot a (career best) series of 820.
This is by far the best the ball has ever felt coming off of my hand.
and the lights went out!!! Every release became exactly the same.
By being able to change my whole game as the lane conditions change gives me the advantage in just minutes
of being able to repeat quality shot after shot.
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January 5, 2006 - Mike Vetro wrote:
My name is Mike Vetro I live in spring hill FL. I have been a bowler
for 2 years and have always carried a average of 137-140 and have tried
to get this up to a comfortable average for my team and just never
understood why I even kept trying to get my average up. when I am only
as good as I am and I lived with it for 2 years.
I have always used a Ebonite Apex until a friend of mine ask me to
throw his storm X-factor with Perfecta-Grips in the ball. I have never
in all my bowling encounters felt a more comfortable feel on my hand.
I then took it upon myself and let my friend talk me into a storm
bowling ball with the same set of grips as he. I have only been using
Perfecta-Grips for only 3 weeks and have bowled better than I ever
have, my teammates are estactic because we are now tied for first place
in our league.
It may be just coininstance on our success but in my heart I truly
believe that my current average of 153 will only improve.
You have a wonderful product and I am a true believer that this
perfecta-Grip product is the bowling future....
Sincerely yours
Michael Vetro
01/05/06
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August 30, 2006 - Jim Cozzolino wrote:
From: "Jim Cozzolino" <cozland@cox.net> To: "Arnie Goldman" <perfectagrip@yahoo.com> Subject: Emailing: 835 Series Date: Wed, 30 Aug 2006 23:28:51 -0700 Why I like the Perfecta Grip..... 835 Series
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September 10, 2006 - Ray Prodorutti wrote:
them installed in all of my bowling balls I have had nothing but success with them. I need to first thank you Arnie for
making such a great product, Dan and Michael Brigidi from Lansbowl lanes, Carl Hoffmire from Morrisvillve lanes and
Gus Jacob from Phoneix lanes. Greg Gingrich, without you i wouldnt have Perfectagrips . With out all of you my success
would not have been possible. I would also like to take the time to espically thank the staff from the Keystone state
games (Justin, Buddy, Aj and anyone else i forgot).You guys backed Perfectagrips up when they were being questioned
for legality. THANK YOU !!!! I also like to say that i am nothing special in the bowling world but the amazing thing
about me is i dont use my thumb while bowling. With that being said I've won a tournament, shot a 297 game a few 700
series, carried a 220 average for 5 games a night and won some side money. All with Perfectgrips.
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December 15, 2006 - John Darichuk wrote:
Arnie this is John Darichuk (Mike Sarandrea ball driller). I'm writing you to tell you I bowled 300,300,231 for 831 Friday 12/15/06 at Thunderbowl. I still need to get my mold to Mike to make a couple more. The perfecta grip works great though I love it. Thanks, John
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January 8, 2009 - Mike Calhoun wrote:
DEAR ARNIE,
JUST WANT TO THANK YOU FOR INTRODUCING PGI TO ME. I
TRIED IT LAST
YEAR IN ONE BALL, HAD 299 SAME DAY WITH IT, THEN THE BALL CRACKED AND
STUPID ME NEVER CONTACTED YOU TO GET ANOTHER ONE. ABOUT 5 MONTHS WENT
BY I BOWLED AND HAD AN INJURY TO MY ELBOW. DURING THAT TIME I THOUGHT
I WOULD NEVER BE ABLE TO BOWL AGAIN, WHICH WAS VERY HARD FOR ME. BUT
THAT TIME I NEW I NEEDED TO DO SOME SEARCHING, I NEW THIS GAME I
LOVED SO MUCH COULD BE TAKEN AWAY FROM ME IN A SECOND. I NEW I NEEDED
TO KEEP GETTING BETTER NO MATTER WHAT I NEEDED TO NEVER TAKE THE GAME
OR SUCCESS FOR GRANTED! SO I SEEN ARNIE AT THE PBA EVENT AT TAYLOR
AND WE TALKED, THE VERY NEXT DAY I DROPPED OF 6 BALLS FOR HIM TO DO.
WELL AFTER PREVIOUSLY HAVING PGI I KNEW THE BASICS. WELL IT STARTED
OFF VERY WELL AND JUST KEPT GETTING BETTER. I SHOT 300 WITH IN THE
FIRST 2 WEEKS AND ALSO 800 IN THE FIRST 3 WEEKS.(AFTER A DISMEL START
TO THE YEAR) RIGHT THEN A THERE I KNEW I HAD IT BACK! OVER THE NEXT 2
MONTHS I HAVE GROSSED CLOSE TO 2500.00 IN REVENUE! SO I TELL YOU IF
YOU ARE THROWING THE BALL GREAT OR NOT YOU ALWAYS NEED TO PROGRESS OR
STAY ON TOP OF YOUR GAME AND IT IS ALOT EASIER WITH THE BEST
INVENTION KNOWN TO THE BOWLING INDUSTRY TODAY! I TELL YOU IF YOU DONT
HAVE IT YOU ARE ALREADY LEFT BEHIND! THANKS AGAIN ARNIE, MIKE CALHOUN
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April 5, 2010 - John Peters wrote:
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April 6, 2010 - Terry Haines wrote:
To: Perfecta Grip Inc
This product has an unbeatable advantage over anything of its kind. I have had huge success since switching to Perfecta Grip. In three years of bowling with Perfecta Grip, I managed to shoot more honor scores and win more tournaments than I have in the past 8 years using anything else.
It’s unbelievable technology to change your lateral pitch changes the release and ball rotation giving you the ability to stay lined up without making wrist or ball changes.
Thanks to Perfecta Grip, I have shot eleven 300’s, eight 800’s (including 861,858,847 & 838), lead 4 Michigan Majors, won a Michigan Majors tournament, won the Midstate Master’s tournament, won 4 Baker’s Doubles, won the Malarkey’s team tournament, the Zubor team tournament, made the top eight all three years at the Michigan Master’s, won the MDUSBC Classic tournament (with an average of 249 for eighteen games, beating Dave Ewald in the finals), won countless sweepers, averaged 233 for a season and have won plenty of money in leagues.
I would recommend Perfecta Grip to every bowler to wants to improve their game. If you try it, you will like it.
Terry Haines
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January 18, 2013 - John Peters wrote:
AS A AVID BOWLER,800 HAS ELUDED ME! ON 12-2-12, I BOWLED 802, WITH GAMES OF 300-223-279!! THEN ON 1-10-13, SHOT 855 WITH GAMES OF 287-300-268!! I COULD NOT HAVE DONE IT, WITHOUT YOUR BRILLIANT INVENTION!!
THANKS,
SINCERELY--------------------------JOHN PETERS!!!!!
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